BREAKING NEWS , White, Jesus: Arsenal injury news and expected return dates ahead of Aston Villa clash

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The nine-time England international will not return this month but could be involved in the Carabao Cup semi-final second leg clash with Newcastle United in February. Expected return date: 02/02/2025.

Takehiro Tomiyasu – Out

Japanese international Takehiro Tomiyasu is edging closer to a return to action after sustaining a knee injury. Mikel Arteta said: “Tomi has done some stuff on the pitch, but we have to see. It has been a long-term injury, and we have to see how quick he progresses and how he reacts.” Expected return date: 25/01/2025.

Riccardo Calafiori – doubt

Another defender that is struggling with a knee injury, Riccardo Calafiori missed the north London derby victory but is thought to be well on the road to recovery. His thing is not much, but again, we need another day or two. We’ve been playing every three days, and 24 hours becomes really important because they are not long-term injuries.” Mikel Arteta said. Expected return date: 18/01/2025.

Arsenal’s midfield injuries

Ethan Nwaneri – out

Arsenal’s breakout superstar Ethan Nwaneri is currently recovering from a muscle injury which forced him off during the 1-1 draw with Brighton.

“Unfortunately, he’s picked up a [muscular] injury and is going to be out for a few weeks.” Said Mikel Arteta. Expected return date: 02/02/2025.

Arsenal’s injuries in attack

Bukayo Saka – Out

Arsenal talisman Bukayo Saka is expected to miss a significant portion of the season with a hamstring problem in a blow which threatens to derail Mikel Arteta’s title hopes. The England international, who has five goals and 11 league assists, has missed the last four matches with injury and is still a fair distance away from a full return.

“He had a procedure. Everything went well. But unfortunately, he will be out for many, many weeks. I think it will be more than two months. I don’t know exactly how much longer.” Mikel Arteta explained in December. Expected return date: 29/03/2025.

Gabriel Jesus – Out

Arsenal forward Gabriel Jesus suffered a suspected ACL injury in the FA Cup defeat to Manchester United leaving the Gunners with only one fully-fit striker option for the months ahead.